The use of the DNA concept in our society: technoscience, set phrases and scientific mistakes
Journal Title: Sociología y tecnociencia/Sociology and Technoscience. - Year 2012, Vol 1, Issue 2
Abstract
Technology based on DNA and its applications has revolutionized our society. Information regarding these advances has rapidly spread by the media. Furthermore, people have incorporated the DNA technology concepts in their worldview. Several set phrases based on DNA have had a depth media success, but someone contain severe scientific mistakes. This paper is focused in presenting this errors and proposing different ways to overcome them.
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Francesc Mestres
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